Senior Buyer - South Bend, United States - AM General

Description

INTRODUCTION TO AM GENERAL

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

AM General develops and builds specialized ground vehicle systems that get the US Armed Services and our allies to and from their mission safely. Our innovative spirit delivers advanced, rugged, resilient, and dependable mobility solutions. We are one team dedicated to producing the best products for our customers. We have a collective understanding that at AM General our purpose is to serve those who serve to protect us.

We R.I.D.E. with Sgt. Smith

We are Responsive We have Integrity We are Dynamic We exhibit Excellence

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Negotiate / source multiple vehicle components and systems for new vehicle development builds that meet down-select source requirements
Work closely with engineering and design on rapid component design changes and sourcing / delivery impact assessment
Ensure ITC (International Trade Compliance), ITAR, FAR/DFARS, are strictly followed, as well as associated Price Analysis Packages fully completed upfront
Negotiate with suppliers NDA's, Bailment, TAA's, Development Agreements, T&C's, and IP foreground / background
On board new suppliers and ensure completion of onboarding documentation
Maintain commodity specific preferred / new supplier list or scorecard
Complete Sourcing Strategy Plan reviews on critical items
Complete and obtain approval for PO file documentation ensuring determination of fair and reasonable pricing
Issue SAP PO's and ensure approved file packages are uploaded
As core Integrated Product Team (IPT) member, balance multiple IPT's to achieve schedule / budget objectives for each program
Identify and resolve supplier open issues, risks, and performance concerns
Manage continuous SCM exchange of information to keep team, suppliers, and SCM group up to date
Attend and manage multiple meetings including IPT, Program Management, SCM staff, and supplier meetings
Track and meet metric requirements including but not limited to: Open Requisition's, RFQ's issued/closed, source on time, writeup completions, PO's and Stock Transfers completed, target to actual cost performance
Assist Accounts Payable with promptly tracking / resolving open commitments and invoice variance
For complex service / development PO's, crosscheck invoices against actual supplier quote / SOW to ensure contractual performance is achieved
Work closely with existing or new suppliers on new technology introductions and development projects

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or equivalent preferred (with CPSM/CPM, and/or MBA preferred).
Must have at least 4 years of procurement experience, self-motivated, takes initiative
Experience in negotiation in automotive or defense industries
Experience in working successfully in cross-functional groups
Analytical thinking, negotiating, and problem-solving skills required
PowerPoint creation and presentation of detailed sourcing analysis required
High level of internal and external communication
Ability to read prints / understand basics of component manufacturing
Demonstrated ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities required
Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to continuously analyze problems, recommend, and implement solutions
Show effective customer service with internal departments and end corporate customer
Ability to be flexible, adapt to change and work independently
Self-motivated and takes initiative / ownership
Proficient with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word
SAP S4 experience preferred

PHYSICAL EFFORT

Sight: must be able to regularly read computer screen, reports, and various documents with detail and clarity to accomplish work tasks in a safe and efficient manner, including regular use of adequate close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus
Hearing: must be able to regularly hear well enough to communicate
Hand-Eye Coordination: must be able to regularly coordinate one's eyes with one's fingers, wrists, or arms to move, carry, or manipulate objects or to perform other job-related tasks
Manual Dexterity: must be able to regularly make quick, accurate, skillful, and coordinated movement with hands and arms to grasp, place, move, or use objects such as phone, computer, and other office equipment, tools, or controls
Agility: must be able to regularly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with the body, arms, or legs to perform job tasks, including the ability to move throughout all areas of the facility, Company's property surrounding facility, or additional work areas
Climbing / Kneeling: must be able to occasionally climb, kneel, bend over, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, with balance
Lifting: must be able to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds with or without assistance
Physical Strength: must be able to occasionally lift, push, pull, or carry objects using hands, arms, back, abdominal muscles, shoulders, legs, or a combination of these muscle groups
Stamina: must be able to occasionally exert oneself physically over long periods of time, including performing repetitive or strenuous tasks as well as standing and sitting for long periods

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Location: This position operates between an office and manufacturing plant environment and is often assigned to a specific shift or hours. The Employee must be able to perform job functions in an environment with varying difficult work conditions such as extreme cold, heat, inclement weather, at heights, and/or while exposed to constant/intermittent loud noises
Teamwork: This position will work with others to ensure efficiency in the workplace
Listening Skills: This position will need to understand how to use machinery properly and safely to prevent accidents and ensure all tasks are completed accurately
Ability to follow instructions: Managers assign tasks and responsibilities, which vary; this position should be able to follow instructions competently
Methodical approach: Production lines follow a set process, so this position needs a methodical approach to ensure all tasks are completed in the correct order for a smooth-running production line
Concentration: This position may perform the same or similar tasks repeatedly, so a strong level of concentration when carrying out these tasks is important for quality control purposes. This role is often fast paced, so being able to maintain focus at all times is important

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

Up to 15% travel may be required

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR c)PDN-9b57fa64-2c6a-497c-b2e1-50e5816268e6